. >> a man who never forget his principles, prepared to go to prison as long as it took in defense of his principles and as he said on a number of occasions, i'm ready to give my life forewhat i believe in. and he triumphed. >> world leaders have been paying tribute including pope francis, who in a telegram writes, since his death was announced there's been celebration and vigils and services in mandela's honor and hundreds filled the streets. the crowd filled with people of all ages and races wanting to pay respects to mandiba. one released a white glove in memory. michelle kosinski joins me live. describe what you're seeing throughout the day and night. how do you put it in words? >> reporter: it's tough. emotional and unified is a good way to describe it. even when you look into this crowd this is just one little segment you're seeing, everybody is taking a peek in the camera. the incredible diversity you see in our one live shot. when you walk through the crowd, you see much more. all races, all faiths. it's a big crowd, hundreds of people at every moment throughout today and ther